Staff Reports
The growing influence of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua in the United States can be traced directly to the lax border policies of the Biden administration. Former Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Ronald Vitiello argues that the mass deportation strategies proposed by President-elect Donald Trump could put an end to this gang’s operations, which have established a disturbing foothold in various American cities under the watchful eyes of inept leadership.
Vitiello, who served during Trump’s presidency, believes that Tren de Aragua’s relatively recent arrival on U.S. soil is both a weakness and an opportunity. The gang’s rise to prominence, particularly in areas such as Denver—which has unfortunately taken a shine to sanctuary policies—serves as a stark reminder that open borders can lead to lawlessness. Vitiello claims that removing these gang members from the country could be done quickly and effectively, allowing the U.S. to reclaim its safety from this unwanted menace.
Former ICE Director, Ronald Vitiello, thinks President Trump’s mass deportation policies could bring down the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua (TdA) quickly. Time to clean up the streets! pic.twitter.com/oKyI4KN0Li
— Diane 🇺🇸 America First (@Lowcountry1Girl) December 3, 2024
Recent data from the Department of Homeland Security reveals that around 600 members of Tren de Aragua are currently making themselves comfortable in at least 15 states, with speculation that the number could be much higher. This revelation exposes the neurological failure of the current administration, which continues to prioritize political correctness over the well-being of American citizens. Experts are shaking their heads at the shockingly low estimates, hinting at a much graver situation that should have all Americans on high alert.
The recent actions of Tren de Aragua members underscore the urgency of the situation. This year alone has seen gang members linked to heinous acts, including the tragic murder of a 12-year-old girl in Houston, just after these criminals were allowed to roam freely in the United States. The justice system has been all too soft, as demonstrated by a recent life sentence handed to a gang member for murdering a young woman in Georgia. These instances highlight the failures of the current approach to crime and immigration at the national level.
Public opinion appears to be decisively in favor of a tough stance on illegal immigration and crime. A recent CBS News/YouGov poll found that a whopping 73 percent of American adults support deporting illegal aliens as a priority for the incoming Trump administration. This overwhelming sentiment hints that many Americans are ready for bold action to reclaim their communities from gangs rather than coddling criminals at the expense of law-abiding citizens. The time for decisive, firm action is now, and a return to Trump’s policies could offer a route to restoring safety and order.
